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Today we celebrate International Day of Women and Girls in Science 👩‍🔬

Our 2025 Teaching Innovation Award winning projects were largely driven by women, showcasing innovative, impactful approaches to STEM teaching.

Explore this year’s winners → ow.ly/hu4c50YcJyw

#WomenInScience2026
February 11, 2026 at 11:37 AM
How do we prepare students for a future in haematology and transfusion science? 🩸

We've created new Smart Worksheets, co-designed with
@ibmscience.bsky.social, to help students build diagnostic skills, clinical confidence & applied understanding!

Learn more in our article → ow.ly/GTmf50Yc8Ww
February 10, 2026 at 10:56 AM
Many chemistry students begin their degrees motivated but hesitate when calculations feel high-stakes ⚗️

Our article shares insights from Dr Roy Lowry @plymuni.bsky.social on embedding numeracy in real scientific contexts to build student confidence.

Read more → ow.ly/9kzX50YbFgj

#STEMEducation
February 9, 2026 at 1:26 PM
Congratulations, Sarah Maher from @tudublin.bsky.social , you’ve won a Teaching Innovation Award! 💡

Read about the impact of introducing a crime scene house virtual tour and forensic science Smart Worksheets on students’ learning → ow.ly/VXQI50Y8NYA
February 4, 2026 at 3:16 PM
The winners have been chosen!

The panel have finished reviewing the set of incredible applications we received, and we can’t wait to celebrate them with you: the results will be announced next week 💡

#TeachingInnovationAwards #TeachingInnovation
January 29, 2026 at 12:05 PM
Our six expert judges are busy reviewing all the 2025 Teaching Innovation Award applications! Keep an eye out over the next week for announcements 👀

If you'd like the results to land straight in your inbox, head to our website to sign up to the email list → ow.ly/cL2J50Y4jBZ
January 27, 2026 at 2:56 PM
Engaging students in complex subjects like medical microbiology takes more than content alone 🦠

Our article explores how clinically relevant, interactive practice helps students apply knowledge with confidence & prepare for careers in microbiology & public health.

Read more → ow.ly/vkJq50Y3QEG
January 26, 2026 at 4:27 PM
A new year brings fresh starts in teaching 🎓

LearnSci Analytics gives educators clear, cohort-level insight into how students are engaging, helping you see what’s working and where extra support may be needed.

Explore more → ow.ly/rfAB50Y0y67

#TeachingSuppot #StudentSuccess
January 21, 2026 at 11:22 AM
Many pharmacy students start highly motivated but hesitate when maths enters pharmaceutical contexts💊

Our latest article explores how embedded numeracy helps students apply maths in context, with insights from Prof S Malan at @uwconline.bsky.social

Read more → ow.ly/jMfR50XXRqi

#PharmacyEducation
January 16, 2026 at 10:47 AM
The application window is officially closed, and the results are in: the 2025 Teaching Innovation Awards is the biggest year yet, with projects from 13 countries 🌍

A huge thank you to every educator who shared their work. It’s inspiring to see so many institutions represented! 💡
January 15, 2026 at 2:32 PM
Many students avoid making mistakes, even though error is central to learning 🎓

This article explores how low-stakes practice and instant feedback help students build confidence, resilience, & deeper understanding.

Read more → ow.ly/hfSB50XWG5T

#ActiveLearning
January 14, 2026 at 1:43 PM
Entries are now closed for the 2025 Teaching Innovation Awards!

A huge thank you to everyone who submitted a project; your passion for innovation is inspiring and we can’t wait to share your work with the community 💡

#TeachingInnovationAwards
January 13, 2026 at 8:35 AM
It’s your last chance to apply for a Teaching Innovation Award!

Applications officially close at 11:59pm GMT tonight, so polish off any last-minute changes and make sure to submit your application form before the end of the day.

Apply now → ow.ly/MhJK50XVCVa

#TeachingInnovation #STEMed
January 12, 2026 at 4:24 PM
Many forensic science students understand the science but hesitate when numbers are involved 🫆

Our latest article explores how contextualised numeracy builds confidence, with insights from Dr Anna Kirkham at @unilancashire.bsky.social

Read more → ow.ly/zTwX50XTUiz

#ForensicScience
January 9, 2026 at 10:42 AM
Wishing you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from all of us at LearnSci 🎄

Thank you to our partners for another fantastic year of collaboration. We’re now out of office for the holidays and will see you in the New Year!
December 23, 2025 at 11:03 AM
It was great to connect with so many academics in our recent webinar series, exploring & sharing practical ways of using LabSims, Smart Worksheets, & LearnSci Analytics in microbiology, analytical chemistry, & skills-focused modules 🎓

Thanks to everyone who joined the discussions!

#DigitalLearning
December 11, 2025 at 10:46 AM
Many science students arrive excited for STEM but unsure about the maths it requires 📊

Early diagnostics & low-stakes practice are helping build confidence.

Read how @kent.ac.uk & Rhodes University use scientific numeracy tools to support first-year cohorts → ow.ly/9nvV50XGMTK

#ScientificNumeracy
December 10, 2025 at 11:43 AM
Many science students start motivated but unsure about the maths within their subject 📊

Contextual, low-stakes practice helps learners build confidence, not just competence.

Explore our Quantitative Skills Smart Worksheets to strengthen core numeracy skills → ow.ly/xsEI50XGa1I

#QuantitativeSkills
December 9, 2025 at 10:42 AM
Many chemistry students start keen but unsure about the maths behind the subject ⚗️

Our new piece shows how contextual numeracy practice helps students overcome anxiety & gain confidence, with insights from Dr Roy Lowry at @plymuni.bsky.social .

Read more → ow.ly/xpfZ50XCMne

#ChemistryEducation
December 5, 2025 at 2:38 PM
Wondering whether to enter the Teaching Innovation Awards? 💡

We'd love to hear about your innovative teaching. That might include:
- Solving a problem by improving tools
- Improving teaching materials and practices
- Developing new digital learning resources

Read more & apply: ow.ly/N7K850XAwTv
December 2, 2025 at 10:26 AM
University teams are under growing pressure to create & maintain digital resources. Partnering with LearnSci reduces that load, with expert-designed tools & full support 🔬

As Dr Phil Craven @unibirmingham.bsky.social shares, it’s “a weight off my mind.”

Explore more → ow.ly/PG6950Xy3yc

#HigherEd
November 26, 2025 at 12:14 PM
Over the past 5 years, the Teaching Innovation Awards have recognised innovative educators globally, with applications from over 100 educators from 15+ countries.

Are you using digital tools to enhance teaching & learning in science? Head to our website to find out more → ow.ly/mtvB50Xxtxq
November 25, 2025 at 2:22 PM
Have you introduced any new technology in your teaching recently? We’d love to hear about it🙋‍♀️

You’ve got until January 12th to gather evidence of impact and submit your application to the 2025 Teaching Innovation Awards - read more & check out the application form at ow.ly/H1iV50XvG2x%...
November 21, 2025 at 10:57 AM
How can you transform lab assessments for large cohorts? 🎓

Research from @uq-rcc.bsky.social & led by Dr Allsebrook. showed how moving to digital assessments (LabSims/Smart Worksheets) reduced pressure, improved consistency, & lowered admin burden.

Read the full poster → ow.ly/R6rU50XuOsq
November 20, 2025 at 4:44 PM
Supporting core scientific skills while managing growing cohorts? 🧠

Smart Worksheets give students unlimited practice, personalised feedback, and clear insights—while reducing marking time.

Explore the full library → ow.ly/hp1a50XtZmj

#DigitalLearning
November 19, 2025 at 12:27 PM